Man in fatal North York shooting was innocent victim: Cops

The victim was transported to hospital with critical injuries. However, he died of his injuries on Labour Day.

Police identified the victim as Arslan Ahmad, a 21-year-old university student from Brampton.

Investigators say he was in the area visiting a friend.

“It is unbelievably upsetting. It was so dangerous for so many,” said Det. Sgt. Brandon Price said in an update to the city’s 58th homicide of the year on Saturday.

“This was a ridiculously cowardly act.”

Investigators released a video that showed a vehicle and two suspects from that vehicle.

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The first suspect has a thin build and was wearing a dark hoodie, dark pants and dark shoes.

The second suspect has a thin build, slightly taller than the first suspect, and was wearing a grey hoodie, dark pants and dark shoes.

The suspect vehicle is described as a newer model white Toyota Rav4 with a black roof, black rims and tinted windows. The vehicle may have a personalized licence plate.

Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance identifying the suspects and vehicle involved.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or online at 222tips.com.